Woodfield Nursery School
URN: 119088 • Nelson BB9 5BE
Overview
- Name
- Woodfield Nursery School
- URN
- 119088
- Type
- Local authority nursery school
- Phase
- Nursery
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Leanne Harrison (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01282614636
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sefton Street, Nelson BB9 5BE
Summary
Woodfield Nursery School, located in Nelson, Lancashire, is a local authority nursery catering to children aged 2 to 4 years. With a total of 111 pupils, the school operates under a mixed-gender policy and offers both 15 and 30 hours of childcare funding, as well as paid placements. The school is committed to creating a nurturing environment, often described by parents as a "home from home."
The nursery's vision, "helping every star to shine," reflects its dedication to high expectations for all children. The curriculum is designed to inspire and engage young learners, ensuring they meet the school's ambitious goals. Recent Ofsted reports highlight the effectiveness of the school's approach in fostering children's development.
Woodfield Nursery School also prioritises community involvement and parental engagement, encouraging families to participate in school activities and decision-making processes. The school provides regular updates through newsletters and maintains an active online presence to keep parents informed and connected.
The nursery's vision, "helping every star to shine," reflects its dedication to high expectations for all children. The curriculum is designed to inspire and engage young learners, ensuring they meet the school's ambitious goals. Recent Ofsted reports highlight the effectiveness of the school's approach in fostering children's development.
Woodfield Nursery School also prioritises community involvement and parental engagement, encouraging families to participate in school activities and decision-making processes. The school provides regular updates through newsletters and maintains an active online presence to keep parents informed and connected.
Useful links
- Headteacher updates January 2025 (download)
- Winter newsletter (download)
- Our new vision - Parental input letter - September 2024 (download)
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Nearby alternatives
- Walton Lane Nursery School (74.1)
- Bradley Nursery School (71.2)
- McMillan Nursery School (63.2)
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 2 - 5
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 111
- Boys
- 52
- Girls
- 59
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-01-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 111 | 52 | 59 | 0.00 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 119 | 64 | 55 | 0.00 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 96 | 57 | 39 | 0.00 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 96 | 57 | 39 | 0.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 88 | 42 | 46 | 0.00 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 115 | 62 | 53 | 0.00 |
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